R&D Technician II - Melting

Carpenter Technology Corporation; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k with company contributions

Flexible spending accounts

Disability coverage

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation is seeking an R&D Technician II – Melting to support melting operations in our research and development programs. You will operate lab-scale VIM, VAR, and ESR furnaces, handling heat prep, melting, casting, and heat treating while maintaining safety and accuracy.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 1+ years of related experience; machinist or melting experience is a plus, along with basic computer and measurement skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One or more years of related experience.
• Technical / mechanical experience is desired.
• Machinist or melting experience is a plus.
• Tow motor experience is desired, but training will be provided.
• Strong verbal and written communication and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Support role for melting operations in R&D.
• Operate and assist operation of lab-scale VIM, VAR, and ESR furnaces.
• Processing - heat preparation, melting, casting, heat treating, cutting operations, and other tasks as assigned.
• Prepare experimental heats, rebuild furnaces, melt, and cast heats.
• Operate band saws in R&D High Bay.
• Provide back-up for other R&D positions as needed.
• Ability to work alone or in a team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Lift 40 lbs

Computer skills

Mainframe & LIMS navigation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Mainframe systems

LIMS system

Job description

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology's high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology's wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

R&D TECHNICIAN II - MELTING

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE R&D TECHNICIAN II - MELTING:

• Support role for melting operations in R&D.
• Operate and assist operation of lab-scale VIM, VAR, and ESR furnaces.
• Processing - heat preparation, melting, casting, heat treating, cutting operations, and other tasks as assigned.
• Prepare experimental heats, rebuild furnaces, melt, and cast heats.
• Operate band saws in R&D High Bay.
• Provide back-up for other R&D positions as needed.
• Ability to work alone or in a team.
• Provide back-up for other R&D positions as needed

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE R&D TECHNICIAN II - MELTING:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One or more years of related experience.
• Technical / mechanical experience is desired. Machinist or melting experience is a plus.
• Previous experience operating a tow motor is desired, but will train.
• Working knowledge of scientific principles, standards, methods and practices.
• Working knowledge of metallurgical/laboratory equipment.
• Ability to develop the basic skills needed to set up and operate various pieces of equipment on fairly routine jobs.
• Ability to work with moderate supervision.
• Ability to work in a production oriented environment.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic laboratory skills.
• Ability to lift to 40 lbs. occasionally throughout shift.
• Computer skills required. (Microsoft Outlook, Word etc.).
• Employee expected to navigate mainframe and LIMS system.
• Ability to perform basic calculations necessary for the job.
• Attention to detail, ability to follow instructions (written and verbal), and focus on safety are required.
• Overtime hours as required.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation's policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.